After the trauma of suffering an injury in an accident for which you were not at fault, working with the insurance adjuster who processes your claim can be a daunting prospect. You likely don’t know what to expect, or whether you can trust this individual. You may face of myriad of requests for documents and statements. A car accident attorney with the experience and background can take on the burden of much of the work with the adjuster, and help you understand the process.
The Adjuster’s Job
Your car accident lawyer will explain the adjuster’s job when he/she contacts you. At the outset, the adjuster will investigate your claim with a view toward making a recommendation on settlement. The adjuster will form an opinion as to who was at fault for the accident and whether you have suffered an injury for which the company is willing to pay. Therefore, the things you initially say and provide to the adjuster are … Read the rest